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About Me.

Edison
Edison
Edison

I’m Dr. Ricky Edison, a lifelong educator, leader, and advocate for student success. With nearly three decades of experience in public education—from classroom teacher and coach to principal, superintendent, and district director—I’ve led schools and systems to measurable growth, innovation, and excellence.

After beginning my career teaching government and coaching at University High School, I advanced into campus and district leadership roles where I focused on turning around underperforming schools, improving attendance and engagement, and implementing technology and instructional initiatives. As principal of University High School, I was honored to be named Waco ISD Principal of the Year and led the campus to its first-ever “B” rating and AVID National Site of Distinction. As superintendent of Abbott ISD, our district earned national recognition for academic excellence and extracurricular success, including US News & World Report accolades and Lone Star Cup honors.

My work has always centered on relationships, innovation, and results. Whether improving operations in transportation and attendance at the district level, mentoring new leaders, or guiding school improvement efforts, I bring a servant-leadership mindset and a commitment to excellence in every partnership.

Now through my consulting work, I help schools and organizations implement practical solutions that elevate performance, empower staff, and engage students. I’m passionate about helping leaders and systems succeed—because when educators grow, students thrive.

Education

Tarleton State University 

May 2013

Ed.D. in Educational Leadership and Policy Studies
Dissertation: The Relationship of Campus Athletic Expenditures and Selected Indicators of Academic Success in Texas School Districts with One High School

Tarleton State University 

May 2004

Master of Science in Education

Educational Administration (4.0 GPA)

Baylor University

December 1996

Bachelor of Science in Education

Majors: Political Science & Human Performance

Experience

Waco ISD Administration, Waco, TX                                                              June 2022 – June 2025

Director of Transportation, January 2024

Director of Attendance & Outreach Services, June 2022

University High School, Waco, TX                                                                March 2017 – June 2022
Principal

Abbott ISD, Abbott, TX                                                                                    April 2011 – March 2017
Superintendent

South Waco Elementary, Waco, TX                                                                June 2008 – April 2011
Principal

Bell’s Hill Elementary, Waco, TX                                                                       July 2004 – June 2008
Assistant Principal

University High School, Waco, TX                                                            February 1997 – May 2004
Teacher and Coach

Edison Leadership

Ricky Edison, Ed.D

Waco, Texas

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